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DONOR HIGHLIGHT<\/h6>\n[\/nectar_highlighted_text][vc_column_text]\n

John Kritser<\/h2>\n

What an exciting time to be a student in Amarillo<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”default” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”extra-color-2″ custom_height=”55″][vc_column_text]\u201cWhat an exciting time to be a student in Amarillo!\u201d\u00a0 That quote from Mr. John Kritser sums up the thoughts of many after touring Amarillo ISD\u2019s AmTech Career Academy.\u00a0 Mr. Kritser was so impressed that he chose to open an endowed fund at Amarillo Area Foundation to \u201chelp students pay for fees and expenses incurred at AmTech but that are not reimbursed by the State.\u201d\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

Jay Barrett, Principal of AmTech Career Academy, stated, <\/span>“We are so appreciative of Mr. Kritser’s support because it means more than just paying for equipment or providing scholarships; it means that he sees with clarity of vision how AmTech Career Academy is changing the landscape of workforce development in our region for generations to come.\u201d\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

As the owner of Yellowhouse Machinery, Mr. Kritser is especially excited about the students in the School of Architecture, Construction, and Manufacturing.\u00a0 Even so, he values all students that have chosen to pursue a trade outside the normal curriculum.\u00a0 As Principal Barrett says,<\/span> \u201cBy supporting us with the endowment, Mr. Kritser comes alongside us to share this journey toward success for all our young professionals at AmTech.”<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Amarillo Area Foundation is honored that Mr. Kritser chose to partner with us to establish his fund for the benefit of the Texas Panhandle\u2019s greatest resource \u2013 our young people.\u00a0 Thank you, Mr. Kritser, for setting a worthy example of community philanthropy!<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#f7f7f7″ bg_image=”763″ bg_position=”left top” background_image_loading=”default” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”3%” bottom_padding=”6%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=”straight_section” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”right” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_icon icon_family=”iconsmind” icon_style=”soft-bg” icon_color_type=”color_scheme” icon_color=”Extra-Color-3″ icon_padding=”10px” pointer_events=”all” icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Paper-Plane” icon_size=”30″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”1483″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1654721321227{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”]\n

Envisioning the Future<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1658266651813{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”]\n

A new strategic planning process<\/span><\/h3>\n

In 2018, the AAF Board of Directors embarked on a new strategic planning process to envision the future work of the Amarillo Area Foundation. During this process, AAF\u2019s strategic planning committee observed key opportunities to strengthen the organization\u2019s work and fulfill its mission as the only community foundation serving residents of the Texas Panhandle. \u200b<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1658266710565{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”]\n

Economic Opportunity, Health, and Education<\/span><\/h3>\n

The goals underlying this shift in strategic direction included tackling big, systemic issues affecting residents and the region, and evaluating the effectiveness of our giving and programs. As a result of several meetings and discussions, the AAF Board of Directors decided to focus the organization’s work in three key areas: economic opportunity, health, and education.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1654718004424{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”]\n

Since 2019, AAF staff have engaged in work to operationalize this vision and new strategic direction.<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” css=”.vc_custom_1656692026238{margin-bottom: 2% !important;}”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][fancy_box box_style=”color_box_hover” icon_family=”linea” color=”accent-color” color_box_hover_overlay_opacity=”default” box_alignment=”center” enable_border=”true” border_radius=”default” image_loading=”default” min_height=”200″ icon_size=”45″ icon_linea=”icon-ecommerce-gift”]\n
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DONOR SUPPORTED<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The generosity of area donors allows the Amarillo Area Foundation to engage in these programs.<\/p>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][fancy_box box_style=”color_box_hover” icon_family=”iconsmind” color=”extra-color-2″ color_box_hover_overlay_opacity=”default” box_alignment=”center” enable_border=”true” border_radius=”default” image_loading=”default” min_height=”200″ icon_size=”45″ icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Handshake”]\n

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ADDRESSING COMMUNITY NEEDS<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Developing and implementing initiatives and programs to address individual and community needs.<\/p>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][fancy_box box_style=”color_box_hover” icon_family=”iconsmind” color=”extra-color-3″ color_box_hover_overlay_opacity=”default” box_alignment=”center” enable_border=”true” border_radius=”default” image_loading=”default” min_height=”200″ icon_size=”45″ icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Network”]\n

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IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

To maximize our positive impact on the region, we strive to increase quality of life in the Texas Panhandle.<\/p>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#f7f7f7″ bg_image=”764″ bg_position=”center center” background_image_loading=”default” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”5%” constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”5%” text_color=”light” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=”” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_icon icon_family=”iconsmind” icon_style=”soft-bg” icon_color_type=”color_scheme” icon_color=”Extra-Color-2″ icon_padding=”10px” pointer_events=”all” icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Dry” icon_size=”30″][vc_column_text]\n

Economic Opportunity<\/span><\/h2>\n
Amarillo Area Foundation<\/h5>\n

The Texas Panhandle has a diverse population with varied needs, but the data shows that almost every community could have improved economic opportunities with more equitable access to childcare and high-speed internet. There is also substantial evidence that quality of life aspects of a community, like arts and culture, can help communities stay vibrant.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”1520″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Flip In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”center” border_radius=”5px” box_shadow=”medium_depth” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”2%” bottom_padding=”0%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”about-text” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”1″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_color=”#464d5b” shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_divider_height=”90″ shape_divider_bring_to_front=”true” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=”speech” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

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The Issue<\/span><\/h3>\n

Why are arts and culture important to economic opportunity in our area?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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  • Rural counties that are home to performing arts organizations experienced population growth three times faster and\u202fhigher household incomes than rural counties lacking performing arts organizations.\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Two out of three rural businesses report that arts and entertainment are important to attracting and retaining workers.\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Creative sector initiatives add value when integrated with economic development, workforce development, community development, and other state and local policies and practices.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeInLeft” css=”.vc_custom_1654524029232{border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 3% !important;padding-right: 3% !important;padding-bottom: 3% !important;padding-left: 3% !important;border-left-color: #dddddd !important;border-right-color: #dddddd !important;border-top-color: #dddddd !important;border-bottom-color: #dddddd !important;border-radius: 3px !important;}”]Source: The National Governor\u2019s Association, National Endowment for the Arts, and National Assembly of State Arts Agencies joint study (\u201cThe Creative Sector: A Proven Economic Catalyst for Rural America\u201d, 2019)\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_icon icon_family=”iconsmind” icon_style=”soft-bg” icon_color_type=”color_scheme” icon_color=”Extra-Color-2″ icon_padding=”10px” pointer_events=”all” icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Light-Bulb” icon_size=”30″]
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    The Strategy<\/span><\/h3>\n

    (accepted by the Harrington Foundation 5\/4\/2021)<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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    • Allocate $300,000 of the Economic Opportunity grant funds to performing and visual arts organizations (historic preservation and historical museums can submit in the Unique and Urgent cycle). Though we may choose to segment a portion of the funds for endowment matching in the future, it is recommended to wait until at least 2022 due to the pandemic\u2019s impact on arts organizations.\u00a0 This amount and the process will be reanalyzed for 2022.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Funding priorities will be arts and cultural organizations in the 26 counties for operational, programmatic, marketing, and capital expenses. A simplified application process will allow for smaller requests and smaller organizations.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Funding recommendations will be made to the Board by a subcommittee composed of members from the Amarillo and the Canadian Cultural District Advisory Committees. An AAF staff member will serve as an advisor (non-voting).<\/span><\/li>\n
    • A Field of Interest fund will be established to enhance fundraising opportunities.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”0%” bottom_padding=”0%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.5″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” parallax_bg=”true” parallax_bg_speed=”slow” shape_type=”” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n
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      Requested range<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”medium_depth” column_border_radius=”3px” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”2px” column_border_color=”#c9c9c9″ column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_icon icon_family=”iconsmind” icon_style=”soft-bg” icon_color_type=”color_scheme” icon_color=”Accent-Color” icon_padding=”10px” pointer_events=”all” icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Money-2″ icon_size=”30″][vc_custom_heading text=”$335,000″ font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:45|text_align:center|color:%23e18256″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]\n

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      Amount recommended for funding<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”7%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

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